The City of Toronto's 'Listening to Toronto' survey, conducted by Ipsos, reveals that 40 per cent of city residents do not feel safe and half have noticed a decline in their quality of life over the past year. Housing, transportation, crime, and poverty are highlighted as key areas of concern.
A new public opinion survey conducted by Ipsos, commissioned by the City of Toronto , reveals that 40 per cent of Toronto nians do not feel safe, and half of the respondents noted a decline in the quality of life in the city over the last year.
The ‘Listening to Toronto’ survey, an online poll consisting of 1,142 residents aged 18 or older, highlights that while there are aspects for the City to feel positive about, there is much room for improvement in addressing the needs of its citizens and enhancing services. The survey revealed housing concerns, particularly regarding cost, affordability, and the necessity for more assisted housing, as the top issue. Transportation issues, including traffic, public transit, and commuting times, ranked second. Crime and poverty/homelessness were the third and fourth most pressing issues, respectively. Respondents also emphasized the need for a reduction in living costs, better accessibility around the city, and more investment in city programs and infrastructure
Toronto Public Opinion Survey Safety Concerns Quality Of Life Housing Transportation Crime Poverty Homelessness City Services
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